Casino Industry Legal News & Legislation

Man Charged In Several Robberies, Including Outside CA Casino
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Man Charged In Several Robberies, Including Outside CA Casino

Oshae Pollard has been charged after threatening, robbing, and assaulting a woman outside Hustler’s Casino in CA.
New Zealand Man Pleads Guilty to Auckland Casino Robbery
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New Zealand Man Pleads Guilty to Auckland Casino Robbery

Eru Andrew Stevens, 58, has pled guilty after a robbery at SkyCity in Auckland from an incident on Sept. 9, 2023.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul Vetoes Key Casino Legislation
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New York Governor Kathy Hochul Vetoes Key Casino Legislation

New York Governor Kathy Hochul vetoed Senate Bill 9673A, which would’ve forced an expedited bid on three downstate casino licenses.
One Injured After Partial Building Collapse at Bally’s Evansville
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One Injured After Partial Building Collapse at Bally’s Evansville

One person was injured after a partial building collapsed at Bally’s in Evansville, Indiana.
Poker Play Shot Outside Florida Poker Venue Now Suing
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Poker Player Suing Florida Poker Venue Following Shooting

Karruah Parkinson was shot outside Bestbet in Nov. 2022 and is now suing the venue for failure to protect him.
Thai Killer Who Poisoned For Gambling Money Sentenced to Death
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Thai Serial Killer Who Poisoned For Gambling Money Sentenced to Death

Sararat Rangsiwuthaporn has been sentenced to death after one of her murder trials. She poisoned for money to support a gambling addiction.
Alabama Casino Legislation Likely Addressed in 2025, Per Lawmakers
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Alabama Casino Legislation Likely Addressed in 2025, Per Lawmakers

Based on comments by lawmakers in Alabama, it appears casino legislation will be addressed in 2025.
Two Plead Guilty in the Death of Police Sergeant at Batavia Downs
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Two Plead Guilty in the Death of Police Sergeant at Batavia Downs

Michael Elmore and Lynsdey Jean Wilcox plead guilty in a case involving the death of a police sergeant at Batavia Downs in New York.
Illinois Township Supervisor Refuses to Resign After Misuse of Funds
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Illinois Township Supervisor Refuses to Resign After Misuse of Funds

A township supervisor in Illinois admitted using government funds at a casino and refuses to resign.
New Hampshire Officials Blamed For Slowing Casino Sale
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

New Hampshire Officials Blamed For Slowing Casino Sale

Concord Casino attorneys blame New Hampshire state officials for slowing its sale.